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Brookdale Hays has a very caring staff who work hard to make my loved one safe and comfortable. They are willing to make changes as my loved one's needs change and they communicate well with the family. I...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Here you can redefine your independence and live your best life.Here at our assisted living community, we’ll help you redefine your independence, pursue your passions and live your life your way. Whether that’s connecting with new friends or learning something new like yoga, you have choices for...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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We chose Ascension Living Via Christi Village because of the chapel and they have daily masses. The cleanliness of the facility, and the size of the rooms were the biggest factors. I have eaten here myself...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of independent living in Penokee, KS

The average cost of senior living in Penokee is $3,147 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hill City, KS with an average of $3,147 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penokee, KS vs. nearby cities

Penokee, KS
$3,147/mo
$3,147/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penokee, KS vs. the state and national average

Penokee, KS
$3,147/mo
$3,762/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penokee vs. other types of senior living

$4,355/mo
Independent Living
$3,147/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Penokee, KS by room type

Studio
$4,575/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,780/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Penokee

Recent reviews for independent living in Penokee

Brookdale Hays

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The community is understaffed at night. [Name removed] the DON is terrific. Good communication good follow through. They are overpriced for the staffing, it's a shame corporate medicine has turned elder care into. The meals are three a day. I think they bring a snack car around in the ...
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Penokee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penokee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penokee, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penokee independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Penokee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penokee, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Penokee independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Penokee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penokee, KSNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penokee independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Penokee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penokee, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.9%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
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Brookdale Hays, Lutheran Home Heartland and Good Samaritan Society - Ellis are the top-rated independent living facilities near Penokee, Kansas. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Penokee, Kansas. See the full list.

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